Definitely going to pick up F-Zero, but I'm waiting for Super Metroid, really. I played that game to death back in the day, but the ability to just pick it up anytime and play it on the gamepad, even if someone else is using the TV, for 30 cents? No-brainer.

Also, the Wii U version of google maps is out for free, and it's got a cute little way of interacting with streetview. It was actually pretty impressive, though I would be more impressed if they could let you walk around smoothly. I suppose that's almost too much to ask. Being able to virtually look around a street with a true 360 view was kind of fun for a bit, if somewhat gimmicky.

I grabbed the Monster Hunter demo last night. I have 0 knowledge of the series and am just going to try it out because of the hype.

Prepare for a world of hurt. Monster Hunter can be hard to get into to begin with (for many reasons), and from I what I've read the demo just kind of tosses you into a battle with a boss. I think there's supposed to be a manual somewhere (hit the home button?) which should help at least.

That's exactly what happened. I had no clue what the buttons did and what I should be doing. I finally figured out how to unsheath my sword but the monster never died and I couldn't find a damage bar. I gave up after 30 minutes.

That's exactly what happened. I had no clue what the buttons did and what I should be doing. I finally figured out how to unsheath my sword but the monster never died and I couldn't find a damage bar. I gave up after 30 minutes.

Yeah... everybody falls the first time. - Matrix,

Don't focus on beating the big game monster first. First focus on how to control your character, then find out what each weapon and item does and how it animates (some are slower than others), next focus on how to fight the smaller creatures, then once you go the hang of it go after the big game. Know that everything has a time (including the monsters moves.) Focus on not beating the big game first, focus on learning how it moves, dogging / blocking its attacks and learning how to get your attacks in when its vulnerable. Once you do that, then you will be able to fight to the end and win.

It's a hard game to master at first, but you may need to get an online buddy to help you out if you plan on getting the game. my NID is darkprincearmon, look me up if you get the game. http://youtu.be/3bEUhnWhmKc

Finally tried the MH3U demo myself and liked it better than I thought I would. I vaguely recalled most of the controls from playing MH3 on Wii one way back* and eventually killed the bunny thing before time ran out, barely. Used the first sword/shield combo there, then tried the big one for the hard boss, and got my ass kicked. I got a semi handle on the sword but couldn't get a good handle of the camera controls underwater, probably would've done better if I could've flipped the Y axis.

*I'm not sure I even made it to the first or second boss in that one. I got stuck on some fetch quest then never got back into it, and my stubbornness kept me away from a FAQ to get past that.

I bought the deluxe edition and Super Mario Wii U yesterday. Spent most of the evening setting up the system and exploring the menus/miiverse. The demo for Rayman is fantastic. I love the way the music is tied in to the action in the Castle Rock section. I've played a bit of Mario, and its good, but its Mario. I will certainly play more of it.

My two issues with the system right now are the slowness of the menus, and having to install games I downloaded. They should automatically install.

My Nintendo Network ID is ThetaStorm. Feel free to add me. I have added everyone in the list with the exception of a couple people for whom Friend Request was greyed out.

That's exactly what happened. I had no clue what the buttons did and what I should be doing. I finally figured out how to unsheath my sword but the monster never died and I couldn't find a damage bar. I gave up after 30 minutes.

I don't know about the newest one, but having played every other Monster hunter, the only health bars are yours and your allies. Monsters change behavior when they take damage.

I had my Wii U for about 3 whole days before one of the cats decided to eat the gamepad charging cable. Those are no where to be found around here. Ordering one from Nintendo is about the only option, so I bought an Energizer Wii U Charging Station. It charges the gamepad and 2 Wii remotes. It seems to work okay. It is easier to charge Wii remotes with this than with one of the other Wii charging solutions I've had. Only minor nitpick so far is the included Wii remote battery/battery cover are black and my remotes are white.

I may have been slightly dismissive of Mario Wii U. I'm on the third world now and it seems to be getting better. Granted I haven't really play a "New Super Mario" game since the original on the DS, so I'm not tired of the formula.

Decided to be a good Nintendo fanboy and pick up a Wii U while it's on sale at Target (FYI: the Wii U is on sale at Target ), along with New Super Mario Bros. U.

Waiting for the apparently ginormous system update to download right now (and Nintendo's servers aren't helping today... not even saturating my crappy DSL connection)... while I wait, any game suggestions/tips/tricks or anything else useful or nice to now about this thing?

Lego City comes out tomorrow. Target is also holding a buy 2 get the third free, so if you haven't already, Lego City, NintendoLand, Scribblenauts, and Super Mario U are all good games.

Lego City comes out tomorrow, Tuesday, or Wednesday depending on who you ask (Target's not getting it until Weds.)... sounds like they're having some supply issues; probably some bad discs if I were going to guess.

Probably going to go back to Target on Weds. and take advantage of that offer, though... Scribblenauts Unlimited looks decent, too, and maybe a 3DS game or something.

Decided to be a good Nintendo fanboy and pick up a Wii U while it's on sale at Target (FYI: the Wii U is on sale at Target ), along with New Super Mario Bros. U.

Waiting for the apparently ginormous system update to download right now (and Nintendo's servers aren't helping today... not even saturating my crappy DSL connection)... while I wait, any game suggestions/tips/tricks or anything else useful or nice to now about this thing?

If you're going to move your Wii data to the Wii U be warned it bombed out for me. Lost all my save games, a couple years of Wii Fit Data, and any Virtual Console saves I had. The only thing that appeared to transfer was the licenses so I can still download the games. I'm holding on to the data file created by the transfer tool in the vain hope I'll be able to pull that stuff out though.

Decided to be a good Nintendo fanboy and pick up a Wii U while it's on sale at Target (FYI: the Wii U is on sale at Target ), along with New Super Mario Bros. U.

Waiting for the apparently ginormous system update to download right now (and Nintendo's servers aren't helping today... not even saturating my crappy DSL connection)... while I wait, any game suggestions/tips/tricks or anything else useful or nice to now about this thing?

If you're going to move your Wii data to the Wii U be warned it bombed out for me. Lost all my save games, a couple years of Wii Fit Data, and any Virtual Console saves I had. The only thing that appeared to transfer was the licenses so I can still download the games. I'm holding on to the data file created by the transfer tool in the vain hope I'll be able to pull that stuff out though.

I haven't done it yet, but I'm probably going to tonight... not too attached to my save data and I don't have a ton of Virtual Console stuff (and most of it's been free stuff from Club Nintendo), but I would like to transfer those licenses so I can convert them over to Wii U VC games once that becomes available.

Lego City is one of the reasons that I thought picking up a Wii U might be worth it.

My mistake seems to be canceling my Amazon order, which had not shipped as of this afternoon, and trying to download the game tonight.

It's a 19GB download and the estimated time has ranged from about 8 hours to 70 with 5% complete. The last I looked the progress bar had gone back to "Estimating". My internet connection is fine, I'm guessing that Nintendo is getting hammered.

None of the stores around here have Lego City. Gamestop says Thursday, Best Buy says Wednesday. You may still be able to download it quicker. Amazon is saying should ship with in two to three weeks. From Amazon:

Quote:

Potential Shipping DelayDelivery of Lego City: Undercover pre-orders may be affected by manufacturer shipping delays . Amazon apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.

Well, had my first "freeze" (in quotes because it wasn't completely frozen; the console was still playing sound). Got stuck at the transition between the menu and the Mii Maker-- the white screen with just the icon and name.

Console wasn't responding to anything-- home button on the gamepad did nothing, holding the power button on the gamepad just turned off the gamepad (and left the console on with the drive or fan or something spinning), and holding the power button on the console, surprisingly, did absolutely nothing as well. Had to unplug the thing from the wall to get it to shut off.

Well, had my first "freeze" (in quotes because it wasn't completely frozen; the console was still playing sound). Got stuck at the transition between the menu and the Mii Maker-- the white screen with just the icon and name.

Console wasn't responding to anything-- home button on the gamepad did nothing, holding the power button on the gamepad just turned off the gamepad (and left the console on with the drive or fan or something spinning), and holding the power button on the console, surprisingly, did absolutely nothing as well. Had to unplug the thing from the wall to get it to shut off.

Well, had my first "freeze" (in quotes because it wasn't completely frozen; the console was still playing sound). Got stuck at the transition between the menu and the Mii Maker-- the white screen with just the icon and name.

Console wasn't responding to anything-- home button on the gamepad did nothing, holding the power button on the gamepad just turned off the gamepad (and left the console on with the drive or fan or something spinning), and holding the power button on the console, surprisingly, did absolutely nothing as well. Had to unplug the thing from the wall to get it to shut off.

Is this kind of instability still widespread or do I have a bum unit?

It's happened about 5 times to me too, of constant daily use for three months.

My kids play about 3 to 4 hours a day, so it's not horrible, but it is bad for a CE device.

Looks like there's an incoming Director's Cut of Deus Ex. It was leaked by Amazon, so who knows what DC means in this case. Fortunately it listed for $50, so still expensive but not as bad as completely full price for an 18-month-old game. If they take the chance to really fix some of the game's problems (ie boss battles) and if the port is competent (big if) then it might be worth the double-dip. Might.

Otherwise if you've been planning on the system and/or three games, I think Target has a $50 gift card with console purchase this week, along with a buy 2 get 1 free deal on games. Or so I've been hearing about on other forums lately.

Deus Ex officially announced. It's...not bad, if they actually deliver. GamePad is a "neural hub" which is used in numerous ways to influence gameplay from hacking (expected, and I expect it to suck) to an interactive map (could be useful. Missing Link DLC is integrated into the game itself. In game developer commentary. Boss fight reworked. Visual improvements. I'm skeptical, the port's supposedly being handled by the team that did Mass Effect 3 Wii U, which by most accounts was a pretty crappy port, but if they actually give us what they're claiming this could be worth the double dip.

Speaking of double dips, pulled the trigger on NFS Wii U last night thanks to the Origin sale. It's a fun game I really enjoyed on the PS3 and $30 for a significantly improved version isn't a complete ripoff.

I'm skeptical, the port's supposedly being handled by the team that did Mass Effect 3 Wii U, which by most accounts was a pretty crappy port, but if they actually give us what they're claiming this could be worth the double dip.

It'd hopefully be a better port just by virtue of having more time to work with the system, particularly since dev kits apparently weren't finalized until pretty late in the launch process last year.